Job Details

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $2B in revenue, and employ approximately 9,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

What We Offer:

• Flexible time off policy
• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

We are seeking an Oracle Business Analyst Supply Chain & Integrated Business Planning (IBP) to play a pivotal role in the implementation and ongoing support of our IBP initiatives. Reporting directly to the Director of ERP and Business Applications, this role operates within a cross-functional team and is responsible for understanding, documenting, and supporting both existing and future IT applications that drive integrated planning across the enterprise.

The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in Oracle EBS Supply Chain modules, experience with project delivery, and the ability to collaborate across departments. This is a remote position, with travel required based on project and business needs (up to 25%).

Key Responsibilities: Business Process & Requirements Analysis

• Lead discovery sessions with stakeholders across all organizational levels.
• Analyze, evaluate, and document business processes using Visio and lean principles.
• Translate business needs into IT requirements, distinguishing between core needs and enhancements.
• Drive process improvement initiatives using best practices in business process design.
• Create detailed user stories and requirements with clear acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate with both technical and functional teams to identify gaps between business requirements and available solutions.

Key Responsibilities: Project Management & Implementation

• Support software application implementations from planning through go-live.
• Conduct market research using tools such as Gartner Magic Quadrant reports to evaluate vendor solutions.
• Develop RFPs, evaluate vendors, and participate in selection processes.
• Partner with vendors and internal teams to manage implementation timelines, tasks, and deliverables.
• Lead agile processes including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and task prioritization.
• Communicate project milestones, status, and risks to stakeholders and leadership.
• Ensure projects stay on schedule, adjusting resources and priorities as needed.

Key Expertise Areas: Oracle EBS Supply Chain Modules

• Oracle Demand Management
• Oracle Supply Planning
• Oracle Global Order Promising (GOP)
• Oracle Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
• Oracle ASCP or MRP

Integrated Business Planning

• Deep understanding of IBP concepts and supporting technologies.
• Hands-on experience with demand forecasting and planning tools such as:
  • Oracle Related Modules / Solutions
  • Anaplan
  • Planful
  • Demand Solutions
  • Logility
• Strong background in data governance and integration of planning applications.
• Proficiency in data analytics (Power BI preferred).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience as an Oracle Business Analyst supporting Oracle EBS (11i, R12).
• 3+ years of experience with Integrated Business Planning (IBP) implementation.
• Strong process orientation with proven expertise in business/technical requirements gathering and documentation.
• Experience in business process modeling and process improvement.
• Proven problem-solving abilities with a focus on delivering results.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to create business cases, define ROI, and align technology to strategic objectives.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Power BI or other data visualization tool proficiency.
• Experience working in cross-functional and remote teams.
• Familiarity with ERP-IBP integration strategies.
• Agile / Scrum methodologies

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